Facts and Myths
Being exposed to reading material more often will improve symptoms.
Although it certainly helps to practice and read more at home, dyslexia cannot be managed through greater exposure alone. Dyslexia is a neurological condition, and your child will require specialized help to be able to truly read effectively.
Related Myths
Dyslexia cannot be diagnosed until a child starts learning to read at school.
Children get dyslexia because of insufficient care during their mother’s pregnancy.
People with dyslexia cannot have successful academic or professional careers.
You can only be born with dyslexia; you either have it or you don’t.